36th Season of “Great Stories, Well Told” celebrates Founder Vincent M. Lancisi’s legacy as Everyman welcomes new Artistic Director Brandon Weinbrenner to Baltimore
(March 25, 2026 | Baltimore, MD) – Everyman Theatre is thrilled to announce its 2026/2027 season, a landmark year that honors a storied legacy while ushering in a bold new chapter. Audiences can look forward to a wide-ranging and dynamic lineup that includes a world premiere, award-winning modern masterpieces, and stories from literary icons.
This season carries special significance as it marks the final slate of productions curated by Founding Artistic Director Vincent M. Lancisi, his culminating act before stepping down after 35 years of visionary leadership. Looking ahead, Everyman proudly welcomes its new Artistic Director, Brandon Weinbrenner, who will lead the organization into its next era alongside Managing Director Marissa LaRose. Everyman’s Resident Company of Artists – the cornerstone of this storied Baltimore theatre – will continue to engage audiences as they transform every performance into an unforgettable experience.
“I’m truly honored to present the Everyman community with this final gift as Founding Artistic Director – a season that embodies Everyman’s spirit and unwavering commitment to artistic excellence,” says Lancisi. “With this remarkable slate of plays, I look forward to joining the Everyman audience as a patron and avid supporter.”
Everyman Theatre’s 2026/2027 Season Lineup
The season opens with Kim’s Convenience by Ins Choi (August 30 – September 27), the breakout hit that inspired a popular Netflix series and has been selling out performances across the country. In an exciting three-way co-production with Indiana Repertory Theatre and Portland Center Stage, the presentation that debuts at Everyman will then entertain audiences in three major cities. Directed by Indiana Rep’s Associate Artistic Director cara hinh, the award-winning comedy is a modern family story centered on the stubborn and fiercely proud owner and immigrant from South Korea, Mr. Kim, also known as Appa, who finds himself at a crossroads as he struggles to keep everything he’s built while striving to ensure his family legacy. Filled with a sharp wit and undeniable heart, this play chronicles the struggles and triumphs of immigrant parents while honoring the sacrifices we make for the people – and the places – we love most.
Next, audiences will experience a stirring and intimate exploration of the human heart in the world premiere of Different Words for Happiness (October 18 – November 15). The first play written by Resident Company Member Katie Kleiger, which was previously featured in Everyman’s Script Tease series earlier this year – where audiences were already raving about it – will now have a full production on the Everyman stage. This compelling drama, directed by Laura Kepley, follows Ava and Eleanor, two women whose intertwined paths navigate the fragile terrain of blame and forgiveness, ultimately questioning their choices and discovering we all have the power within us to determine what brings happiness to our lives.
For the holidays, new Artistic Director Brandon Weinbrenner will helm the mid-Atlantic premiere as director of Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d, adapted by Rachel Wagstaff (December 6 – January 3). This dynamic new adaptation brings Christie’s classic mystery to life onstage and features the iconic Miss Marple as she steps out of the novel and onto the stage to solve a chilling murder at a summer soiree hosted by a glamorous Hollywood star. A perfect holiday mystery, brought to life by a large ensemble cast of primarily Everyman Resident Company members, akin to classics like Murder on the Orient Express and And Then There Were None, will be a production that delivers all the wit, intrigue, and sharp turns Christie fans love.
The new year begins with Katori Hall’s Pulitzer-Prize winning The Mountaintop (January 31 – February 28). Directed by Everyman Associate Artistic Director and Resident Company Member Paige Hernandez, this award-winning modern masterpiece reimagines the moments leading up to Dr. Martin Luther King’s last night and presents him in a way that strips away the mythology and reveals the vulnerable man beneath. Set entirely over one evening on the eve of King’s assassination, the same night he delivered his unforgettable speech, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop,” we find King reflecting on In a moment when our society continues to reckon with questions of justice, progress, and accountability, The Mountaintop resonates as a powerful reminder that reflecting on our past is essential to shaping a more courageous, compassionate path forward.
In the spring, Everyman presents the gripping psychological drama Agnes of God by John Pielmeier (March 28 – April 25). This riveting play, nominated for three Tony Awards and later adapted into an award-winning film, is set in the 1980s in a quiet, secluded convent and explores the volatile intersection of faith, science, and moral conviction. When Agnes, a fragile and innocent young nun faces a traumatic crisis involving the seemingly miraculous birth – and subsequent death – of her newborn child, yet having no memory of how she became pregnant, a determined psychiatrist arrives on the scene to probe for the truth. This gripping story of suspense and revelation challenges us to confront life’s consequences and grapple with questions that have no answers.
Closing the season is Rope (May 23 – June 20), the suspenseful thriller by Patrick Hamilton that inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film and has been recently adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher. Directed by Everyman Associate Artistic Director Noah Himmelstein, this high-stakes psychological drama follows two smart, ambitious young men who commit a cold-blooded murder – and then host a dinner party atop the chest concealing their victim – deviously daring their guests to uncover the horrifying truth.
Full show descriptions, schedules, and ticket information are available at https://everymantheatre.org/plays-events/season36/
Enhancements at Everyman Theatre for the Next Season
Each season, Everyman Theatre seeks opportunities to enhance the patron experience and incorporate community feedback. These updates reflect evolving audience needs while supporting a healthy work/life balance for the artists and theatremakers who call Everyman home. Through these efforts, the theatre upholds its commitment to the community it serves.
Midweek Matinee Expansion
In response to growing demand
- Increased Frequency: Every production now includes at least three Wednesday matinees at 1:00 p.m.
- Subscription Access: These performances are now part of the Tangerine Subscription package (starting at $399).
Pay-What-You-Choose (PWYC) Growth
This initiative continues for all performances to remove financial barriers.
- Expanded Capacity: Now includes up to 30 PWYC performances per production—nearly doubling previous seat counts.
- Impact: Over 700 seats available per production (nearly double the number of seats available at select performances)
- More Info: Visit everymantheatre.org/pay-what-you-choose.
Student Spotlight Series (formerly Theatre Night for Teens)
- New Schedule: Shifted to Sunday afternoons for better accessibility.
- Pricing: $27 for students in grades 9–12.
- Experience: Includes lunch at 12:30 p.m., the 2:00 p.m. performance, and a “Cast Conversation” with professional artists.
Why Subscribe?
As part of its ongoing mission to ensure that great theatre is accessible to everyone, Everyman Theatre offers a wide range of subscription options designed to meet diverse needs, budgets, and lifestyles. Guided by the belief that shared artistic experiences should be available to all, the theatre provides packages ranging from cost-conscious entry points to flexible plans for busy schedules, as well as premium experiences for patrons seeking added access and benefits. Subscribers receive exclusive benefits, including discounts on education and merchandise, and priority access to events at the lowest rates. Select packages also offer fee-free date exchanges or the option to convert unused tickets into tax-deductible donations, directly supporting Everyman’s community and onstage programming. More information is available at everymantheatre.org/subscriber-info.
ABOUT EVERYMAN THEATRE
Everyman Theatre is a professional Equity theatre company located in Baltimore’s Bromo Arts District. Founded in 1990 by Vincent M. Lancisi, Everyman centers its storytelling around a Resident Company of artists to fulfill its mission of offering transformative, accessible theatre experiences. Led by Lancisi and Managing Director Marissa LaRose, and now entering its 35th season, Everyman invests deeply in its community, believing that theatre is at its best when it is “Built in Baltimore.” Brandon Weinbrenner will assume the role of Artistic Director in July 2026 following Lancisi’s retirement.
Each season, the theatre employs more than 150 full and part-time staff, actors, designers, and teaching artists to bring exceptional programming to Baltimore and the surrounding region. Everyman Theatre is supported in part by lead corporate sponsor Gallagher, Evelius & Jones, LLP; the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org); the citizens of Baltimore County; and The Shubert Foundation.
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